2005 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 349 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Audi A5. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
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2005 Acura MDX | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | A5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |