2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 429 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Acura MDX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Tacoma | MDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
