2000 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150. 2009 Ford E-150 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. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3510 mm |
