2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 464 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | E | MDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
