2008 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 2 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2010 Audi A5 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. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | NSX | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |