2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
