2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |