2007 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 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 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70, 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 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX. 2005 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2007 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
