2006 Acura MDX vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 988 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.
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, 2003 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
