1999 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
