2005 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Dodge Durango

To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 296 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura MDX 2006 Dodge Durango
Make Acura Dodge
Model MDX Durango
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 4702 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 393 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2046 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 102 L


 

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