2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-250 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
