2002 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 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 | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |