2008 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Audi Q7
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
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 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2006 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | Q7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |