2002 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 869 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Bora | MDX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
