2005 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Nissan Almera

To start off, both 2005 Honda NSX and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 Nissan Almera, 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 (284 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda NSX 2005 Nissan Almera
Make Honda Nissan
Model NSX Almera
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1597 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 138 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1285 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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