2005 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 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 105 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion tC. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2010 Scion tC | |
Make | Acura | Scion |
Model | MDX | tC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 219 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |