2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Avensis | MDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
