2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Acura MDX | |
Make | Toyota | Acura |
Model | Land Cruiser | MDX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |