2008 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. Both 2008 Honda NSX and 2003 Porsche Cayenne are equipped with a 3,179 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 724 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
