2002 Acura MDX vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 10 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, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 530 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| 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 | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
