2004 Acura MDX vs. 2003 BMW 530
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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 376 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. 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 530. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2003 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 530 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
