2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 4 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Five Hundred | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |