2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 939 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Pathfinder | MDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
