2002 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 9 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 272 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura RDX. 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | MDX | RDX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
