2002 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 176 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
