2007 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura MDX 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 178 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 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 | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
