2008 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Acura MDX and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 35 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (265 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Acura MDX | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |