2001 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 356 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |