2005 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2005 Acura MDX and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 744 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MDX | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |