2009 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |