2008 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 933 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 373 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 132 L |
