2009 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac G6 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) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac G6. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 229 kg more than 2004 Pontiac G6. 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 2004 Pontiac G6. 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 (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2004 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | MDX | G6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
