2003 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
