2006 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Audi S3
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 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 31 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 149 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2002 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | S3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
