2004 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi ASX 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 152 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | ASX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 71 L |
