2008 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | NSX | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
