2001 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (398 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 546 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |