2026 Acura
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2025 Ford
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| MPG - City | 19 MPG | 16 - 21 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 MPG | 18 - 25 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 95.0 ft3 | 43.5 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 290 hp | 270 - 405 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs | 5,510 - 7,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.4 in | 210.6 - 210.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.7 in | 79.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 43.7 in
Rear 34.6 - 38.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.3 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Acura MDX than the Ford Ranger.
The Ford Ranger will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Acura MDX.
Convenience
The Acura MDX requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Ford Ranger, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Acura MDX will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Ford Ranger, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The Acura MDX is about the same width as the Ford Ranger.
If you go with the Acura MDX, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Ford Ranger.
Handling
The Acura MDX has a smaller turning radius than the Ford Ranger, allowing you to more easily get in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Ford Ranger is clearly the choice over the Acura MDX for pulling heavy loads.
The Acura MDX has a little more horsepower than the Ford Ranger.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Acura MDX doesn't do as good a job transmitting horsepower to its wheels as the Ford Ranger.
Utility
The Acura MDX offers a little more seating capacity than the Ford Ranger, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them.
You'll be able to haul more material in the Acura MDX than the Ford Ranger, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.