2009 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 231 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 785 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | MDX | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
