2004 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A8 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
