2004 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 189 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 994 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | MDX | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
