2006 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor 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 139 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.

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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura MDX 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Acura Toyota
Model MDX Condor
Year Released 2006 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1632 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 70 L


 

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