2002 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |