2007 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2007 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |