2007 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2007 Honda NSX and 2007 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda 5, 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, 2007 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 5 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 | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
