2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Honda 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | NSX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |