2006 Acura MDX vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 2 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, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 241 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2008 BMW X3 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |