2005 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 7 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, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 10 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 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | NSX | TT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |