2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
