2002 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 496 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX.
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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | MDX | Ram |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |