2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |