2005 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
