2003 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 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 90 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70.
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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | MDX | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
