2006 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta is newer by 5 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 133 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 121 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Delta. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
