2008 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 4 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 58 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | NSX | G25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
