2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | E500 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
