2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Acura MDX and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (206 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | MDX | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2773 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |