2001 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MDX | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
