2003 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 436 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Armada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |