2004 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 970 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |