2005 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 158 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |