2009 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille 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 253 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 924 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Acura | Innocenti |
| Model | MDX | Mille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
