2005 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 374 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | SSR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |