2002 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 566 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 2002 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | MDX | Defender |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2498 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |