2006 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z 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 202 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2003 Honda Z | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 35 L |