2005 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 2002 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | NSX | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
