2001 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 2009 Honda Accord. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |