2004 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus GS. 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 Lexus GS (459 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | MDX | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 71 L |
