2008 Honda NSX vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 627 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 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, 2012 GMC Acadia, 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | NSX | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
