2005 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 702 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | SSR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
