2001 Acura NSX vs. 2000 Chevrolet Venture

To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.

Because 2001 Acura 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 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 2000 Chevrolet Venture
Make Acura Chevrolet
Model NSX Venture
Year Released 2001 2000
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 480 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 285 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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