2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 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 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159, 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 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 159 | NSX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |