2003 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3350 mm |