2008 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 491 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | MDX | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |