2007 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX. 2006 Infiniti Q45 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. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | NSX | Q45 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |