2010 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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 163 more horse power than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. 2013 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | X-Trail | MDX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
