2000 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1404 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
