2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | MDX | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |