2006 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 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 82 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 308 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 2009 Ford Escape. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
