2004 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 695 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | MDX | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
