2005 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Honda NSX and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 186 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |