2004 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2005 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac G6. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 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 2004 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6, 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, 2005 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | G6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |