2005 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 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 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 69 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |