2006 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
