2006 Acura MDX vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 3 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 456 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 2009 BMW 550. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | 550 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |