2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |