2004 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 53 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Quest. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
