2004 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Acura RL
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 4 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, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 745 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2008 Acura RL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | MDX | RL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 347 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 73 L |