2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Expedition | MDX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 79 L |