2008 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2003 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
