2002 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX. 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 2005 Maybach 57. 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Acura | Maybach |
| Model | MDX | 57 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
