2005 Acura NSX vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 987 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.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | NSX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
