2004 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Kia Cerato

To start off, both 2004 Acura MDX and 2004 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 164 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 769 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Cerato. 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 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura MDX 2004 Kia Cerato
Make Acura Kia
Model MDX Cerato
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3472 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 215 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2019 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2620 mm