2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cobalt | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
