2004 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2004 Acura MDX and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX. 2004 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |