2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-250 | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |