2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 73 L |