2002 Acura MDX vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 47 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. 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 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | MDX | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
