2005 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue. 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Rogue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |