2001 Acura MDX vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
