2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 681 kg more than 1999 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 Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
