2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
