2012 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 779 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
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2012 Acura MDX | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Matrix |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
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 | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |