2000 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2000 Acura MDX. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (720 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura MDX. (346 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura MDX | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | MDX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 515 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 720 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |