2007 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
