2000 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Acura MDX. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura MDX. (346 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura MDX | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Tundra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 544 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |