2001 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 7 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 162 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
