2005 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | NSX | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |