2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sierra | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6320 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |