2004 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 890 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |