2007 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Proton Satria

To start off, 2009 Proton Satria is newer by 2 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 Proton Satria. 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, 2009 Proton Satria, 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 (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Satria.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda NSX 2009 Proton Satria
Make Honda Proton
Model NSX Satria
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 270 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.7 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1159 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 7.1 L/100km


 

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