2001 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 198 kg more than 2001 Acura MDX. 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 2012 Buick Enclave. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | MDX | Enclave |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |