1999 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 Acura ZDX.
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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | X5 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 79 L |
