1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Ranger | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
