2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
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 (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 2004 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Acura | Lada |
Model | MDX | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |