2001 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2001 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |