2000 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 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. Both 2000 Acura MDX and 2013 Ford Taurus are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Acura MDX. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 2013 Ford Taurus. 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2868 mm |
