2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Astro | NSX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |