2001 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Ford Laser 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (304 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Laser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
