2009 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
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 Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 624 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |