2004 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
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 XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 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 78 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
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 XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | MDX | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
