2009 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 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 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 72 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 89 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MDX | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |