2007 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Xedos |
| Model | NSX | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
