2006 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 601 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 Jaguar XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | MDX | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
