2006 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 249 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 Nissan Quest. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |