2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Explorer | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |
