2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Tacoma | MDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 79 L |
