2004 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Toyota Supra. 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 1999 Toyota Supra. 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
