2010 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (266 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (450 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura MDX | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | MDX | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2700 mm |
