2004 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 593 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. 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 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | MDX | Tucson |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 228 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |