2009 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford F-150. 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |
