2004 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |