2001 Acura CL vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (252 Nm). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
