2002 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX. 2002 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | MDX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2895 mm |