2003 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 320 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |