2004 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 119 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 87 L |
