2009 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 304 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura MDX | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |