2002 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX.
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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX. 2002 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4477 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 141 L |