2009 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 174 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 534 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
