2004 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | S4 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
