2005 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | MDX | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |