2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | Q7 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |
