2006 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 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 26 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MDX | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
