1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 702 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 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 MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Caldina | MDX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
