2001 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. 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 85 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 493 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus. 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 2002 Ford Taurus. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2002 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Taurus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |