2001 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3580 mm |
