2006 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Silvia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |