2002 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
