2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Impala | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |