2004 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
