2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Avalanche | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
