2004 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2004 Acura MDX and 2004 Nissan Altima 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 592 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima. 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 (332 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2489 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 |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |