2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Impala | MDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
