2009 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Quest. 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
