2006 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 175 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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | S5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |