2002 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-9. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | MDX | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
