2006 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, both 2006 Acura MDX and 2006 Nissan 1400 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 190 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 301 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 Nissan 1400. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | 1400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |