2005 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 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 120 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | MDX | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 48 L |
