2012 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2006 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A3 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |
