2004 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
