2005 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 2005 Acura MDX 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. 2005 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
