2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1871 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Excursion | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |
