2002 Acura MDX vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 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, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | 330 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |