2002 Acura MDX vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
