2025 Acura
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2025 Ford
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| MPG - City | 17 - 19 MPG | 26 - 42 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 21 - 26 MPG | 32 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 95.0 ft3 | 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 290 - 355 hp | 180 - 192 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 1,500 - 2,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.4 in | 180.5 - 181.2 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.7 in | 74.1 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the Acura MDX, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Ford Escape will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Acura MDX.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura MDX as you will with the Ford Escape, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Acura MDX will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Ford Escape, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Ford Escape, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Acura MDX, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Ford Escape.
Handling
The Acura MDX has a larger turning radius than the Ford Escape, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Acura MDX is clearly the choice over the Ford Escape for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura MDX greatly out-muscles the Ford Escape.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Acura MDX does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Ford Escape.
Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Ford Escape, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Acura MDX, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Ford Escape.