2003 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |