2010 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 614 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura MDX | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 150 L |
