1995 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Kuga |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |