2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 86 kg more than 2013 Acura MDX.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Acura MDX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Acura |
| Model | Terracan | MDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
