2004 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 76 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (162 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Tacoma. 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 (332 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
