2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Passat | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
