2008 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 558 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |