2002 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 896 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
