2006 Acura RL vs. 2004 Acura MDX
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 471 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
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 RL (347 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2004 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | RL | MDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 73 L |
