2005 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 606 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche GT2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | MDX | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
