2005 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |