2009 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 254 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | MDX | ES |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
