2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger and 2006 Acura CSX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1543 kg more than 2006 Acura CSX.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura CSX, 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, 2006 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Acura CSX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Ranger | CSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |