2004 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 35 L |
