2007 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura MDX.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MDX | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 88 L |
