2008 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Audi A8
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2002 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
