2004 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 362 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape. 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 2012 Ford Escape. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |
