2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus RX. 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 (343 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (288 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | MDX | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
