2004 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 479 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | MDX | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |