2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
