2005 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 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 144 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
