2004 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | MDX | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
