2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 321 kg more than 2013 Acura MDX.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Suburban | MDX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |