2001 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 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 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.

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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
Make Acura Chevrolet
Model NSX Lumina
Year Released 2001 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 5799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 480 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 460 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 75 L


 

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