2008 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 691 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX. 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 2009 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2009 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Impala |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
