2000 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 11 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 139 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Cube |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| 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 | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
