1998 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 1998 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
