2006 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 Acura MDX and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 92 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 511 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MDX | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 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 | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |