2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon.
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, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
