2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 366 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |