2002 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Fusion |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 966 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 | 70 L | 66 L |