2004 Acura MDX vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 349 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2003 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 520 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
