2005 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 93 L |
