2006 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd 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 164 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | MDX | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |
