2002 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V 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 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V. 2002 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2001 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |