1999 Acura NSX vs. 2001 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 796 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 2001 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 2001 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | NSX | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
