2003 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 2003 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 2003 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sprinter, 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sprinter. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sprinter. 2003 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Sprinter has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Sprinter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda NSX | 2008 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 287 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |