1996 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Kia Towner
To start off, 2005 Kia Towner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 2005 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Towner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1820 mm |
