2006 Acura MDX vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. 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 GMC Yukon. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 98 L |
