2008 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 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 91 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (209 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 234 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |