2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 352 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | SSR | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |