2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1996 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 1996 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 (509 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
