2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
