2001 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |