2008 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Audi A8
To start off, both 2008 Acura MDX and 2008 Audi A8 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 93 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A8. 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 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2008 Audi A8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2772 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |