1998 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 516 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |