2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 121 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 990 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
Make | Toyota | Acura |
Model | RAV4 | MDX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1074 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |