2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 863 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |