2004 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 323 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350, 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2008 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1107 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 Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
