2006 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 6 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
