2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Trans Sport | NSX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |