2004 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 483 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.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 106 L |
