2008 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Honda NSX and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 139 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 699 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda NSX | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |