2002 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche 996. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | MDX | 996 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
