2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 vs. 2009 Acura MDX
When comparing the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2's and the 2009 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2009 Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2's and the 2009 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Acura MDX is a better car than the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2.
2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 vs. 2009 Acura MDX Pricing
A used 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 ranges from $3,800 to $13,527 while a used 2009 Acura MDX is priced between $5,992 to $13,991.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the 2009 Acura MDX base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Touareg 2 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles.This gives the 2009 Acura MDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2009 Acura MDX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2009 Acura MDX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3800 - 13527
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5992 - 13991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
Volkswagen Touareg 2 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Touareg 2 Rankings
Not yet available
Acura MDX Rankings
Ranking
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46 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2 Trim Levels
V6 TDI, V8 FSI, VR6 FSI
2009 Acura MDX Trim Levels
SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Sport, SH-AWD w/Sport w/RES, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/Tech w/RES
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7716 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
31 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
71 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
157.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5086 lbs
Width:
75.9 inches
Height:
68 inches
Length:
187.2 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4539 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
68.2 inches
Length:
190.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available