2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend 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. Both 2004 Acura MDX and 2005 Honda Legend are equipped with a 3,474 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Honda Legend.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2005 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
