2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (191 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | MDX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
