2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 1211 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Element | MDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
