2002 Acura TL vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 291 kg more than 2002 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL. 2002 Acura TL 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. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
