2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 271 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 129 L |
