2004 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 7 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), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 217 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac STS. 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | MDX | STS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
