Manual versus programmed. Front-versus back tire drive. Roadster versus hatchback. These are base inclinations clung tightly via vehicle devotees, every one of whom has individual convictions on which blend portrays their optimal presentation vehicle. The Passage Horse EcoBoost Elite Execution Bundle and the Acura Integra Type S both encapsulate reasonable execution yet in addition so feature those differentiations above, we just needed to set them in opposition to one another.
Our point in picking a victor wasn't to end contentions around every vehicle's permanent distinctions — it was just to conclude which vehicle is more enjoyable. No driving fan would guarantee that the Colt and Integra are everything except, yet our choice probably will irritate armies of loyal fans.
Rivals, Reevaluated
Fundamental equipment qualifications and dissimilar powertrain designs could make this appear to be an odd matchup. Be that as it may, center less around the stray pieces, and more on what the Bronco and Integra address: aficionado situated, day to day drivable, feasible execution. That is the manner by which it's been across the Bronco's long term creation run, and presently again for the Integra in its restoration as the section level corona of Acura's arrangement.
From Passage, we have the most reduced presentation form worth caring a whole lot about in the new S650 Horse setup, the 2024 Portage Colt EcoBoost Superior Execution Bundle. Utilizing a generally half-sized motor contrasted with its V-8-pressing GT partner, it in any case conveys hearty power. Its 2.3-liter turbocharged I-4 siphons out 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of force, sent through a 10-speed programmed transmission (a manual is as of now not accessible with the four-banger) to the back tires.
That Superior Exhibition Bundle is what's urgent here: it adds explicit case tuning, summer tires, enormous Brembo brakes, a more limited back differential proportion, and the provocative "float brake" electronic hand brake. Our test vehicle was moreover equipped with Recaro sport seats, valved execution exhaust, and MagneRide electronically movable dampers.
From Acura, we have the main exhibition form in the Integra setup worth caring a whole lot about — not at all like the only lively looking A-Spec trim, the Integra Type S is the genuine article. Its 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 makes 320 hp and 310 lb-ft, which stirs things up around town wheels by means of a six-speed manual transmission (a programmed isn't accessible) and restricted slip differential.
Multi-mode versatile dampers control the developments of the wheels, which are shod in summer tires and cover Brembo brakes. Streamlined features are improved by stowed away front canards, a level underbody board, and high-stream grille. A vented hood, wide bumper flares, and top quality exhaust outwardly recognize the Sort S from lesser Integras.
As prepared, our Bronco Elite Execution Bundle costs $49,140, a major leap up from the EcoBoost Premium's $38,040 base cost. The Integra here rings in at $55,971 with a choice of restorative choices added. Strip away its extra-cost paint, carbon fiber spoiler, and bronze-tinted wheels, and it comes in at $51,995, leaving this pair nearly paired on cost.
Numbers Will not Choose This
They're much nearer in execution — neither one of the vehicles enjoys an unmistakable benefit in our testing. Finessing the Integra's grasp on departure brings about a 5.2-second 0-60 mph time, while Drag Strip mode and physically moving the programmed assists the Bronco with doing the run in an astounding 4.9 seconds. The Acura crosses the quarter mile line only behind at 13.8 seconds to the Portage's 13.7, yet the Integra is pulling harder with a 105.1 mph trap speed, away from the Colt's 97.8 mph.
The two vehicles brake from 60 mph in an indistinguishable — and noteworthy — 100 feet. Altogether hold is close; the Colt adjusts the skidpad at 0.97 g normal and the Integra at 0.99 g normal. Each of this variables into figure-eight lap completes isolated by a flicker: 24.9 seconds at 0.75 g normal for the Bronco, and 24.7 seconds at 0.78 g normal for the Integra. Efficiency, as well, is basically indistinguishable.
Easy chair racers will detest this, however we love it — such close instrumented results imply that driving experience affects completing request.
On the way, Making the rounds
Good times will choose this examination, however these vehicles should work in everyday driving, as well — in a perfect world while adding a zing to simply getting around. In spite of its car structure factor, the Colt's enormous 2+2 lodge format actually gives some common sense. Legroom and headroom in the front seats is liberal, and the rearward sitting arrangements can oblige more modest riders assuming that need be. Those front Recaros look and feel the part with unmistakable reinforcing, discernibly more steady than the standard seats yet no less agreeable. Trunk space, notwithstanding, isn't perfect — only what's generally anticipated from a roadster.
Inside is where this Horse advances the most. Splitting away from the exemplary double hood run design, the new vehicle dives deep on tech — excessively profound. Each rendition has two computerized shows on the scramble, with our vehicle including the updated game plan matching a 12.4-inch measure show and 13.2-inch infotainment touchscreen inside a solitary nook. This screen-driven cockpit looks sharp and is exceptionally reconfigurable, however such countless controls are caught behind finger taps it truly compromises usability.
Fundamental undertakings, for example, changing the cooling fan speed require cautiously pointing one's finger for zero-input computerized buttons, a major interruption when you're progressing. Genuine handles and fastens handle these capabilities in the Integra and they're limitlessly more straightforward to utilize.
Roadsters look cool, yet hatchbacks capability such a ton better — for example, Integra. That region underneath its back liftgate offers gigantic common sense, allowing it to achieve a large number of way of life pursuits. With the subsequent column collapsed, the Integra matches a few little hybrids for freight limit. Regardless of whether front seat space isn't huge, the subsequent line is effortlessly gotten to and open enough for grown-ups. As opposed to forceful supporting, the seats depend on grippy false calfskin to keep tenants set up — this is intended to be an extravagance vehicle, all things considered.
Thusly, the Integra holds a wide benefit over the Horse in quality. A few pleasant materials line the Horse's lodge — some being the usable word here. Passage didn't even try to match the silvers on the entryway pulls, entryway handles, and air vent encompasses. Its carbon fiber-look trim is an affront to the genuine article. Furthermore, this Colt had an inadequately introduced seal on its driver's entryway, which made the glass pull away at parkway speeds, bringing about terrible breeze commotion and an observable breeze. No other 2024 Horse we've tried has had this caprice, however the Integra is plainly better screwed together. Acura's surface completions are better and more steady, seeming appealing while perhaps not particularly stunning.
Essentially the Bronco is its own thing, however — it doesn't take an amplifying glass to see similitudes between the Integra and its foundation mate, the Honda Urban. This is our only significant grumbling: The lodge is excessively like the lesser Honda City's, and decent as the Metro is, more separation among it and this pricier Acura variation is justified.
Those lattice air vents look basically the same, the greater part of the switches are indistinguishable, and the infotainment touchscreen is shared. That 8.0-inch unit is little and light on highlights nowadays. Similarly, the 10.2-inch computerized instrument group is less movable than the Bronco's, which can flip through a few execution situated and retro-enlivened formats, but at the same time it's more straightforward to utilize.