2002 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 263 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 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 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Fusion |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |