2007 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Ford F-150

To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150.

Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura MDX 2008 Ford F-150
Make Acura Ford
Model MDX F-150
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4350 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 98 L


 

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