2009 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
