2002 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 11 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 85 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 415 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-05. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | MDX | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
