2006 Acura MDX vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |