2002 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Acura RL

To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.

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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura MDX 2007 Acura RL
Make Acura Acura
Model MDX RL
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3470 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 348 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 73 L


 

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