2007 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |