2004 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Enclave. 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
