2008 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2008 Acura MDX 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. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
