Acura NSX vs. Audi S4
When comparing the Acura NSX's and the Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the Acura NSX has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Audi S4 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Acura NSX's and the Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the Audi S4 is a better car than the Acura NSX.
Acura NSX vs. Audi S4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura NSX loses 45.3 percent of its value and the Audi S4 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the Acura NSX retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi S4.
Acura NSX vs. Audi S4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura NSX is 8.0 out of 10 while the Audi S4's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Acura NSX being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Hybrid Luxury Sports Cars and the Audi S4 being ranked 10 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars.
Acura NSX vs. Audi S4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura NSX is 7.1 out of 10. For the Audi S4 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Audi S4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura NSX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura NSX’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the Audi S4 base engine makes 349 horsepower. The NSX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 343 miles. The S4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. This gives the Audi S4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Acura NSX. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi S4, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The Acura NSX, a hybrid sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
144000 - 270915
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.453151
Pricing
New Asking Price:
60804 - 70261
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483566
Acura NSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.95 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.33583 / 10
Reliability:
8.471659 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Acura NSX Rankings
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3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
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10 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 29Audi S4 Rankings
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5 out of / 36Ranking
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7 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
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30 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura NSX Trim Levels
SH-AWD Type S
Audi S4 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
492 foot-lbs @ 2300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.155 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.090 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 22 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
328 / 343 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
54.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3878 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
47.8 inches
Length:
178.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3880 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19