2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
