2004 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 626 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | MDX | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
