2000 Acura NSX vs. 2011 GMC Savana

To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.

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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana. 2011 GMC Savana 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. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura NSX 2011 GMC Savana
Make Acura GMC
Model NSX Savana
Year Released 2000 2011
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 480 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 400 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 2753 kg
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3429 mm