2008 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Zafira would be higher. 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 131 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 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 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira, 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira. 2005 Holden Zafira 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. 2005 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
