2008 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3683 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |