2004 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura RSX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX, 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura RSX | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RSX | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |