2000 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 434 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | NSX | Jimny |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |