2005 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 968 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 644 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |