2005 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 632 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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2005 Acura MDX | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |