2000 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2000 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
