2006 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 801 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |