2006 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 98 L |