2004 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 48 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 191 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | MDX | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |