2010 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura MDX 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 178 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 775 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura MDX | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Cube |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |