2007 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MDX | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
