2001 Acura TL vs. 2007 Acura MDX
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2007 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TL | MDX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
