2003 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 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 | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |