2004 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
