2000 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 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. Both 2000 Acura MDX and 2013 Kia Sorento are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Acura MDX. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura MDX.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | MDX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
