2005 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 241 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 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 98 L |
