2009 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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 53 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
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 (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | MDX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |