2007 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2007 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura MDX.
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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 74 L |
