2003 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | MDX | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |