2006 Acura MDX vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 780 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.
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, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | MDX | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 85 L |