2006 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Acura | Venturi |
| Model | MDX | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
