2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
