2001 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.

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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 2004 Chevrolet Astro
Make Acura Chevrolet
Model NSX Astro
Year Released 2001 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 480 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 1 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2630 mm


 

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