2001 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 373 kg more than 2001 Acura MDX. 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 2007 Dodge Charger. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
