2004 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 265 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 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
