2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
