2005 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 803 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
