2005 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Acura MDX and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 934 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |