2004 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 590 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
