2008 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mazda B3000, 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 (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
