2008 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Honda Civic

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX 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 187 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda NSX 2009 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model NSX Civic
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1395 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 270 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.7 seconds 11.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1167 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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