2003 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Edge |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
