2005 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1228 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | NV |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |