2001 Acura NSX vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 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 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 294 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon 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 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | NSX | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |
