2003 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 5 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 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Acura MDX.
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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
