2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | NSX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1370 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |