2010 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 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 196 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 769 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura MDX | 2001 Audi A3 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | A3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |