2005 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | NSX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |