2004 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2004 Acura MDX and 2004 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | MDX | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
