2011 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 948 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Acura MDX | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | MDX | Accent |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |