2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |