2005 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | X5 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |
