2003 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 10 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 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 89 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | MDX | M |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |