2005 Honda NSX vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
