2005 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |