2002 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 970 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura NSX 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Acura Chevrolet
Model NSX Silverado
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 249 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L