2005 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 462 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 117 L |
