2005 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 323 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |