2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Freestar |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |