2004 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |
