2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |
