2008 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (239 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
