1998 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 161 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | NSX | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
