2009 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 180 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 314 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Acura | Vauxhall |
| Model | MDX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
