2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2003 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
