2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
