2006 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 161 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | MDX | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |