2003 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 423 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | MDX | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
