2007 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Trailrunner |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |