2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 304 kg more than 2007 Ford Mustang. 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 2007 Ford Mustang. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
