2008 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Avantime 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Renault Avantime. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 274 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 Renault Avantime, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | NSX | Avantime |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |