2007 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 202 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |