2006 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
