2004 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Flex |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |