1995 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Highlander |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |