2002 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | MDX | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
