2006 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (334 Nm). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |