2003 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |
