2006 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. 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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 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 | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |