2006 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
