2003 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 842 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 (454 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 2272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
