2005 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic is newer by 3 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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, 2008 Renault Trafic, 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 (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Trafic. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Trafic 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 | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
