2008 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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 4 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
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2008 Acura MDX | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Impala |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |