2007 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 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 162 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo V70. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | MDX | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
