2002 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX. 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 Volkswagen Routan. 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 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | MDX | Routan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
