2006 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 60 L |
