2004 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 636 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. 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 Nissan Juke. 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 (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Juke |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
