2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 471 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | MDX | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 132 L |