2001 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
