2008 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2001 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | MDX | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
