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 60 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 301 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 82 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 | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |
