1999 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Ford Taurus

To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 357 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.

Because 1999 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 2011 Ford Taurus 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. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Acura NSX 2011 Ford Taurus
Make Acura Ford
Model NSX Taurus
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 337 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 1821 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5154 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1935 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2868 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 72 L


 

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