2000 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3380 mm |
