2003 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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. Both 2003 Acura MDX and 2008 Honda Pilot are equipped with a 3,471 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 40 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.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Pilot. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |
