2003 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 238 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Titan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |