1996 Acura Integra vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra, 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, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Acura Integra | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Integra | Ranger |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |