2003 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
In comparing the 2003 Acura MDX's and the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2003 Acura MDX's and the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Acura MDX is a better car than the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
2003 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Pricing
A used 2003 Acura MDX ranges from $3,354 to $9,882 while a used 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is priced between $3,788 to $10,998.
2003 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2003 Acura MDX loses 53.7 percent of its value and the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe loses 41.1 percent of its value. This means the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe retains 12.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2003 Acura MDX.
2003 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura MDX is 8.8 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Tahoe's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Acura MDX being ranked 1 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Chevrolet Tahoe being ranked 4 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2003 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura MDX is 9.4 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Tahoe the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Acura MDX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Tahoe.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 Acura MDX’s base engine makes 260 horsepower, and the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe base engine makes 275 horsepower. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. The Tahoe is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles.This gives the 2003 Acura MDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2003 Acura MDX has higher safety ratings than the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
3354 - 9882
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3788 - 10998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.41117
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Tahoe Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2278 / 10
Reliability:
8.883401 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Acura MDX Rankings
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20 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2003 Acura MDX Trim Levels
Base, Touring, Touring w/Navi, Touring w/Navi w/RES, Touring w/RES
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Trim Levels
Base, LS, LT, Z71
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
250 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
290 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7900 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 442 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4420 lbs
Width:
77 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4828 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R16