2007 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 294 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |