2004 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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 Cadillac STS (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2008 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | MDX | STS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 595 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
