2003 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 1993 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
