2008 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
