2004 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 360 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |