2003 Acura MDX vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 280 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | MDX | Yukon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 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 | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3280 mm |