2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 559 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Altima. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |