2006 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A5. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |
