2009 BMW X6 vs. 2007 Honda NSX

To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. Both 2009 BMW X6 and 2007 Honda NSX are equipped with a 2,977 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW X6 2007 Honda NSX
Make BMW Honda
Model X6 NSX
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2977 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 284 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 240 km/hour 260 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2145 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 70 L