2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord 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, 2005 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
