2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Lincoln MKX

To start off, 2008 Lincoln MKX 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 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 166 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura MDX 2008 Lincoln MKX
Make Acura Lincoln
Model MDX MKX
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2019 kg 2185 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 76 L


 

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