2002 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX.
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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Durango |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
