2004 Acura MDX vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 2009 BMW 320. 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 (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
