2001 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, both 2001 Acura MDX and 2001 Ford TE-50 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 304 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX. 2001 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | TE-50 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |