2004 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
