2006 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 102 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | MDX | Compass |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |