2004 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Ford Excursion

To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1920 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura NSX 2003 Ford Excursion
Make Acura Ford
Model NSX Excursion
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 5954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 249 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 3300 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 759 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 3370 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3490 mm