2001 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 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 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 (304 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Ranger |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |