2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2009 Acura MDX and 2009 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 912 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ka. 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 (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ka 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2009 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
