2005 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Toyota Ractis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Ractis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Toyota Ractis, 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Ractis. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Ractis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 2006 Toyota Ractis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Ractis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
