2008 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Aero would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | MDX | Aero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
