2005 Acura MDX vs. 2007 BMW M5
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2007 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | M5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
