2004 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626, 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
