2003 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Honda 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 2003 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer, 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, 2011 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda NSX | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
