2005 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 2 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2007 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | S8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
