2003 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 134 kg more than 2003 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | X3 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
