2003 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2074 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura NSX | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Excursion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 759 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |