2005 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 829 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
