2005 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
