2009 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Camry | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Camry | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
