2005 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 8 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 128 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
