2002 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 504 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape. 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 2012 Ford Escape. 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Escape |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
