2001 Ford EX vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | EX | NSX |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |