2002 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
