2008 Acura RDX vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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 RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
