2005 Ford GT vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2012 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 423 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | GT | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
