2004 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Acura MDX and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 921 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | MDX | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |