2004 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (400 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | MDX | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
