2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Magnum | MDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
