2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 975 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX. 2004 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2540 mm |
