2005 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 159 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | MDX | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1798 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 85 L |