2005 Acura NSX vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1110 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | NSX | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |