2006 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 101 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 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 Suzuki Equator. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | MDX | Equator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
