2003 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2008 Audi TT | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
