2006 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 33 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 57 L |
