2002 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna 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 44 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 246 kg more than 1997 Toyota Sienna. 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 1997 Toyota Sienna. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Sienna |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |