2010 Dodge Journey vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Journey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Journey 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 127 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 Dodge Journey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Journey | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Journey | MDX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |
