2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Honda NSX

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 2007 Honda NSX
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express NSX
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5300 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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