2005 Acura MDX vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
