2002 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 185 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | MDX | Terracan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |