2009 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS 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 90 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 132 kg more than 1998 Lexus GS. 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 1998 Lexus GS. 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 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | MDX | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2997 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 | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |