2008 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 479 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 2011 Dodge Charger. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | MDX | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |