2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 584 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |