2005 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX.
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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
