2006 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 274 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |