2006 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 150 L |
