2002 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 709 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |