2006 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire

To start off, both 2006 Acura MDX and 2006 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 38 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 346 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.

Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura MDX 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
Make Acura Chrysler
Model MDX Crossfire
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 60 L