2005 Ford Lynx vs. 2002 Honda NSX

To start off, 2005 Ford Lynx is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Lynx, 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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Lynx. 2002 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Lynx has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Lynx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Lynx 2002 Honda NSX
Make Ford Honda
Model Lynx NSX
Year Released 2005 2002
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1595 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 249 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 287 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2540 mm


 

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