2001 Acura TL vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL, 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
