2004 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 952 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 115 L |
