2006 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 236 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2003 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
