2003 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | MDX | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |