2000 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3193 mm |