2004 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 698 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Vitara | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Suzuki | Acura |
| Model | Vitara | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
