2005 Honda NSX vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 810 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.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | NSX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
