2003 Acura MDX vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. 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 61 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
