2004 Acura MDX vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 435 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
