2001 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon.

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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 2005 Ford Falcon
Make Acura Ford
Model NSX Falcon
Year Released 2001 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 480 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 357 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2730 mm


 

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