2002 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan 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 90 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 616 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. 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 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (279 Nm). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | MDX | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2930 mm |
