2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Honda 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 2004 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2004 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestyle | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
