2003 Acura MDX vs. 2003 BMW 318
To start off, both 2003 Acura MDX and 2003 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318. 2003 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Acura MDX | 2003 BMW 318 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | 318 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |