1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Acura MDX.
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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Acura |
| Model | Range Rover | MDX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
