2009 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | SSR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
