2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 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 | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
