2004 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |
