2012 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 563 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Acura MDX | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | MDX | S60 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |