2008 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2010 Audi S6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | S6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |