2004 Acura MDX vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2004 Acura MDX and 2004 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon. 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 (332 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | MDX | Canyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |