2008 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |