2004 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy 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 136 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 661 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy. 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 Mazda Premacy. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | MDX | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 58 L |
