2006 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Scion xB
To start off, 2012 Scion xB 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion xB weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Scion xB. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2012 Scion xB | |
| Make | Acura | Scion |
| Model | MDX | xB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |
