2001 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager

To start off, both 2001 Acura MDX and 2001 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura MDX 2001 Chrysler Voyager
Make Acura Chrysler
Model MDX Voyager
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 75 L