2009 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX. 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 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | MDX | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
