2000 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 91 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2000 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | MDX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2651 mm |
