2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | MDX | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
