2004 Acura MDX vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX.
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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
