2009 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I 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 76 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. 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 2005 Infiniti I. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2005 Infiniti I 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 | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | MDX | I |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
