2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 120 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Jetta | MDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
