2007 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 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 160 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
