2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX 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 64 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 95 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 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 | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |