2006 Acura MDX vs. 2006 BMW 760

To start off, both 2006 Acura MDX and 2006 BMW 760 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura MDX 2006 BMW 760
Make Acura BMW
Model MDX 760
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 2225 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 13.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 88 L


 

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