2007 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera 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 159 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Almera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
