2008 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 381 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 334 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1831 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |