2008 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
