1999 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2003 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
