2005 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2012 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | EX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |