2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 194 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 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MDX | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
