2005 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 553 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 106 L |