2004 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |