2006 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 201 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |