2005 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1748 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |