1997 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
