2009 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 933 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
