2001 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 185 kg more 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | MDX | XC90 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |