2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 494 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Intrepid | MDX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
