2001 Acura NSX vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 932 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2001 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | NSX | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3429 mm |
