2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Solara. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 651 kg more than 2005 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Solara. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Solara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |