2004 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 211 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2010 Acura MDX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Civic | MDX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |