2007 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
