2002 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
