2005 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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, 2012 Toyota RAV4, 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 (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |