2004 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 311 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2002 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |
