2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 360 mm | 2540 mm |
