2009 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew 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 171 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 544 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. 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 Nissan Crew. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura MDX | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Crew |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |