2006 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 70 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.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
