2005 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 669 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 318 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
