2006 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 531 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Flex |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
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 | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2994 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |