2005 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | MDX | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
