2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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, 2011 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A4 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
