1999 Honda City vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 2013 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | City | MDX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |