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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 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 469 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.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). 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 | 3471 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
