2008 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | NSX | IS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |