2007 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 683 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | NSX | Enclave |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |