2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | 4Runner | MDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |
