2006 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura MDX would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 167 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 115 L |
