2003 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura NSX | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | E-250 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |