2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2003 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
