2006 Acura MDX vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 211 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
