1997 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 346 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
