2004 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 8 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 55 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, 2012 Toyota Prius V, 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
