2000 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 129 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| 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 | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
