2005 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Navara. 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 Nissan Navara (386 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
