1998 Acura NSX vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | NSX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
