2002 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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 2007 Audi A4. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | A4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
