2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 514 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2010 Acura MDX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Rainier | MDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |