2009 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Navara 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 | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Navara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |