2006 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 277 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.
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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | MDX | RL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
