2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2012 Acura MDX are equipped with a 3,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 803 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Acura MDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Colorado | MDX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |