2005 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Ford Freestyle

To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.

Because 2005 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 2005 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle. 2007 Ford Freestyle has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestyle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura NSX 2007 Ford Freestyle
Make Acura Ford
Model NSX Freestyle
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 72 L