2001 Acura MDX vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 416 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |