2001 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 12 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), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 44 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | MDX | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
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 | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |