2008 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 571 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
