2008 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |