2000 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda NSX 2010 Infiniti FX
Make Honda Infiniti
Model NSX FX
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 5026 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 87.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.2 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L