2007 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 202 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | NSX | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |