2001 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 385 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | MDX | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
