2000 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Acura MDX. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura MDX. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura MDX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MDX | E500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 460 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |