2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 299 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3650 mm |
