2004 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 269 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | MDX | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |