2005 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Honda Civic

To start off, both 2005 Acura NSX and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Acura 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 2005 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura NSX 2005 Honda Civic
Make Acura Honda
Model NSX Civic
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1671 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 149 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1161 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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