2001 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 682 kg more than 2001 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Expedition |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |