2006 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura MDX 2012 Toyota Corolla
Make Acura Toyota
Model MDX Corolla
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 50 L


 

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