2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
