2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 711 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 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 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sierra | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |