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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 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 1760 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 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 | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |