2004 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 689 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | MDX | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |