2003 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | S4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
