2002 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, both 2002 Acura MDX and 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 54 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |