2001 Acura MDX vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 10 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 BMW 730.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | 730 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |