2003 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2003 Acura MDX and 2003 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 532 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. 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 2003 Volvo V50. 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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | MDX | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |