2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Ram | MDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 79 L |
