2006 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura MDX 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 68 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 476 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Equinox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |