1999 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 674 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |