2005 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Ford GT

To start off, both 2005 Acura MDX and 2005 Ford GT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.

Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura MDX 2005 Ford GT
Make Acura Ford
Model MDX GT
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3464 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 551 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 678 Nm
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 106 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1584 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 66 L


 

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