2005 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 7 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
