2005 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 875 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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | Econoline |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3510 mm |