2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 249 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
