2009 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. 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 (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
