2000 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Acura MDX. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura MDX.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura MDX. (346 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4080 mm |
