2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 91 kg more than 2013 Acura MDX.
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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Porsche | Acura |
Model | Cayenne | MDX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 79 L |