1998 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Expedition |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3023 mm |