2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic 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 187 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Civic | MDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |
