2006 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2001 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | MDX | QX4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |