2009 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-250. 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 132 L |
