2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 537 kg more than 2013 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Toyota | Acura |
Model | Sequoia | MDX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2606 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |