2000 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Ford Territory
To start off, 2008 Ford Territory is newer by 8 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 3,982 cc, 2008 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Territory weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX. 2008 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2008 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Territory |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
