2006 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tracker 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 155 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Tracker |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
