2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 2004 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
