2005 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 628 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
