2005 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Acura TL
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 646 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2007 Acura TL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | MDX | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
