2000 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 127 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano. 2012 Buick Verano has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | NSX | Verano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |