2000 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
